- The telecom industry requested a rehearing on New York’s $15 broadband law.
- The Supreme Court has once again rejected the industry’s challenge to the law.
- Other states are now proposing similar laws.
In December, the Supreme Court declined to hear the broadband industry’s challenge to New York’s Affordable Broadband Act (ABA). After requesting a rehearing, the Supreme Court has rejected the broadband industry’s latest attempt to challenge the law. New York’s victory is now inspiring other states to propose similar laws.
If you’re not aware, the state of New York and the broadband industry have been butting heads recently. Since January 15, 2025, New York has been enforcing the ABA, which requires internet service providers (ISPs) to offer low-income households either a $15/month plan with at least 25Mbps download speeds or a $20/month plan with 200Mbps download speeds. While industry lobbyists were able to initially block the law in 2021, New York successfully appealed and got the ruling reversed in 2024.